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Mongolia in May: Weather, Crowds & What's On
What May is actually like in Mongolia — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.
- Average high
- 15°C
- Average low
- 0°C
- Rainfall
- 25mm
Where this month sits in the year
The 4th warmest month of Mongolia's year. The 5th wettest month, at 7% of the year's rain.
Public holidays in May
Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.
- May 20, 2027 Бурхан багшийн Их дүйчин өдөр · The Buddha's Birthday
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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Dalanzadgad, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.